Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mertensiana
ID:
612993

Status:
valid

Authors:
Körn. ex Malme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 13(3): 69 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612325



Common Names

  • Xyris Mertensiana
  • Mertensiana Xyris
  • Mertensiana's Xyris


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Description

Xyris mertensiana (also called Mertens' Xyris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb, usually up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas. The leaves are linear and the flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Xyris mertensiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xyris mertensiana has small, yellow flowers with yellow stamens that are followed by small, round, green fruits that contain many seeds. The seedlings have small, oval, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xyris mertensiana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Xyris mertensiana

Xyris mertensiana is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Xyris mertensiana FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Xyris mertensiana?

Xyris mertensiana is native to the savannas of Colombia.

What is the growth habit of Xyris mertensiana?

Xyris mertensiana is a perennial herb, meaning it grows back year after year.

What is the size of Xyris mertensiana?

Xyris mertensiana can reach a height of up to 1 meter.

Species in the Xyris genus

Xyris aberdarica, Xyris acrophila, Xyris affinis, Xyris albescens, Xyris almae, Xyris ambigua, Xyris amorimii, Xyris anceps, Xyris andina, Xyris angularis, Xyris angustifolia, Xyris anisophylla, Xyris apureana, Xyris aquatica, Xyris aracamunae, Xyris arachnoidea, Xyris araracuarae, Xyris archeri, Xyris aristata, Xyris asperula, Xyris asterotricha, Xyris atrata, Xyris atriceps, Xyris atrovirida, Xyris augusto-coburgii, Xyris aurea, Xyris bahiana, Xyris baldwiniana, Xyris bampsii, Xyris bancana, Xyris barteri, Xyris bialata, Xyris bicarinata, Xyris bicephala, Xyris bicostata, Xyris bissei, Xyris blanchetiana, Xyris blepharophylla, Xyris boliviana, Xyris borneensis, Xyris brachyfolia, Xyris brachysepala, Xyris bracteata, Xyris brevifolia, Xyris byssacea, Xyris cachimbensis, Xyris calcicola, Xyris calderonii, Xyris calostachys, Xyris caparaoensis,

Species in the Xyridaceae family

Abolboda abbreviata, Abolboda acaulis, Abolboda acicularis, Abolboda americana, Abolboda bella, Abolboda ciliata, Abolboda dunstervillei, Abolboda ebracteata, Abolboda egleri, Abolboda glomerata, Abolboda grandis, Abolboda killipii, Abolboda linearifolia, Abolboda macrostachya, Abolboda neblinae, Abolboda paniculata, Abolboda poarchon, Abolboda pulchella, Abolboda scabrida, Abolboda sprucei, Abolboda uniflora, Abolboda granularis, Achlyphila disticha, Aratitiyopea lopezii, Orectanthe ptaritepuiana, Orectanthe sceptrum, Xyris aberdarica, Xyris acrophila, Xyris affinis, Xyris albescens, Xyris almae, Xyris ambigua, Xyris amorimii, Xyris anceps, Xyris andina, Xyris angularis, Xyris angustifolia, Xyris anisophylla, Xyris apureana, Xyris aquatica, Xyris aracamunae, Xyris arachnoidea, Xyris araracuarae, Xyris archeri, Xyris aristata, Xyris asperula, Xyris asterotricha, Xyris atrata, Xyris atriceps, Xyris atrovirida,

References

Gustaf Oskar Andersson Malme (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malme' in the authors string.
Friedrich August Körnicke (1828-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Körn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270106-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.